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Exploring Scotland on a Shoestring Budget

Jeffrey JohnsonNovember 7, 202407 mins

With just a few hundred pounds in her bank account, Rachel Horne decided to leave her job in palliative and dementia care in 2019 and travel full-time. She began her journey in Scotland and ventured through the entire North Coast 500 route, including the Outer Hebrides and multiple lesser-known islands—all on a budget of merely £3 a day. Despite rising costs due to inflation, Horne discovered several strategies to maintain minimal expenses while keeping her spirits high.

Ultimate North Coast 500 Guide: Explore Scotland’s Scenic Route

Vodka ManNovember 3, 2024095 mins

The North Coast 500 has been billed as Scotland’s answer to America’s Route 66, but this Scottish road trip is unlike anything you’ll see in the USA. The North Coast 500 takes you through the Scottish Highlands, showcasing legendary castles, extraordinary coastal scenery, and famous whisky distilleries lining the winding single track roads. Consequently, the NC500 is one of the great road trips in the world.